This is My drive to work this. Lord “Be still”. Praying 🙏 for ppl up in those mountains, LA County and myself this morning. FYI anyone on the #405 turn around ITS ON 🔥 #SkirballFirepic.twitter.com/F0rMsotbTa

Both sides of the 405 freeway were shut down on Wednesday, according to Business Insider, who called the commuter's photos “terrifying.” The southbound 405 later reopened.

Strong Santa Ana winds, combined with dry and hot weather, have led to a series of fires across the Southern California region, starting in Ventura County on Monday. According to the Associated Press, the Thomas Fire began 50 miles northwest of Los Angeles on Monday night.

Three additional fires broke out on Tuesday, shutting down two major freeways for hours and blowing huge plumes of smoke into the air, the Associated Press reported.

President Donald Trump tweeted for people to follow the advice of emergency officials.

Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone in the path of California’s wildfires. I encourage everyone to heed the advice and orders of local and state officials. THANK YOU to all First Responders for your incredible work! https://t.co/g9y9PkB352